What does the winner get???
$100.00 Cash Prize
A Realistic Poetry Exclusive 1st Place Gold Medal
Free entry into ALL 2017 Contests
1 Year special feature on www.realisticpoetry.com (Guaranteed Exposure all Year Long!)

2016 Saving Lives with Poetry contest!

Dec 31, 2016 - Now Closed

Theme
'Culture, Unity & Humanity'.

The 1st Poem of 2017 Poetry Contest

closed 2/28/2017 - Now Closed

The 1st Poem of 2017 Poetry Contest
What was the first poem you wrote in 2017? Realistic Poetry wants to read it!
We want to read some of the first poems that you have written in 2017. Our judges will select a favorite and award that poem a $100.00 cash prize and a gold medal!
Poems can be any style, length, and genre.
You can submit as many poems as you would like.
Multiple submissions are strongly suggested.
Participation is strongly recommended.
Please share on your social media platforms.
Encourage others to enter and interact with other participants.
Entries must be submitted through realisticpoetry.com
Email submissions are NOT accepted.
There will be 2 trophies given away at the end of this contest, and that is the; Owners Choice Poetry Award and the Superior Participation Poetry Award.
Thank you for your participation and support! Let’s have a fantastic 2017!

3rd annual 2017 Saving Lives with Poetry Contest

Contest Ends - 12-31-2017

The new 3rd annual 2017 Saving Lives with Poetry Contest is now accepting entries!!!
We are happy to announce that the cash payout for this year is $200.00!!! Whooohooo!
The winner will also win an awesome stellar trophy along with a custom-engraved gold medal! So, don't miss out! If you're a poet that loves to write meaningful poetry, this contest is for you!
The theme of this Saving Lives with Poetry Contest is : Humanity, Health, & Societal Awareness.
There are no limits on how many poems you can submit. The more poems you submit, the better your chances to win.
Entries are ONLY accepted through the Realistic Poetry website. Do not send poems for contests through email.
Share this awesome poetry event with all of your friends and family on social media. It's always a good thing to spread the word!
Poems can be any style, length, or genre that is appropriate for the theme.
Poems can be written in any language.
Poems can be previously published.
We will not publish your work nor require any rights to your work.
We will not republish or reprint your work, with the exception of www.realisticpoetry.com and social media (for promotional purposes only).

Poetry In Pain / $100.00 Cash Prize

4/30/2017 - Now Closed

Poets go through pain just like everyone else, and the pain felt is real. In truth, one of the things that separates a poet from the rest of the world is what he/she does with the pain.
Some of the most powerful poetry was inspired by pain and hardship. We want to read what you have written! Share your personal poem inspired by pain! You could win up to $150.00!
The theme of this poetry contest is PAIN.
All poetry related to pain is acceptable.

Variations of Love - Cash Prize $100.00!!!

06/31/2017 - Now Closed

Variations of Love
Cash Prize $100.00!!!
Winner also receives a gold medal, a gold trophy, and certificate!
All poems about ‘Love’ are accepted (this means good or bad, as we want you to express your true and honest feelings on the theme of the contest)
Poems can be previously published
All languages are accepted
All styles of poetry is accepted
Email submission are NOT accepted.
Multiple submissions are strongly suggested.
06/31/2017 will be the last day to submit for this contest!!!

Cancer Awareness Poetry contest

08-01-2017 - Now Closed

“A Day At A Time”

We are giving away $500

Contest Ends - 12/31/2017

Realistic Poetry International is now looking for a poem to call the best poem of 2017!!! We invite everyone to participate and encourage poets to submit some of their best poetry for 2017.